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The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
Julie Kang

Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor

My name is Julie Kang and I am a junior majoring in journalism and pursuing a minor in English. I was a reporter for the Daily Illini on the special sections and news pages before I became assistant news editor. I currently live in San Jose, California, and plan on working in the Bay Area when I graduate.

Unofficial sees decline in alcohol-related citations

Unofficial sees decline in alcohol-related citations

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • March 5, 2020
Illinois Student Government passes resolution calling for repercussions of KAM's employees

Illinois Student Government passes resolution calling for repercussions of KAM’s employees

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • February 19, 2020
Patrons stand outside KAM's on Jan. 29 for opening night. A GroupMe chat of KAM's employees caused controversy across campus. KAM's responded Wednesday stating that an employee in the chat was fired.

KAM’s GroupMe leaked on social media stirs controversy, KAM’s responds

By Samantha Boyle and Julie Kang • February 19, 2020
A price tag hangs beneath red plastic cups at County Market on Sunday. A video on Reddit accused the store of charging "discounted prices" that ended up being more expensive.

Shoppers find County Market’s ‘discounts’ are false

By Heather Robinson and Julie Kang • February 17, 2020
Carle to be refunded $6.2 million in property tax exemptions

Carle to be refunded $6.2 million in property tax exemptions

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • February 10, 2020
A VeoRide is left tipped over in a residential parking lot on Sixth and Clark streets on Oct. 24, 2018. The e-bikes will most likely relaunch after spring break.

VeoRide e-bikes disappear from campus for winter

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • January 30, 2020
The new KAM’s location, which sits on the corner of First and Green treets, remains under construction on Monday. The original opening date was scheduled for New Year’s Eve, though the new date remains up in the air with construction still underway.

KAM’s opening date delays due to weather

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • January 21, 2020
CU sees variety of crime this semester

CU sees variety of crime this semester

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • December 16, 2019
Shawn Gilmore speaks in his office at the English Building on Friday. Gilmore is a lecturer in LAS and chair of the University Statutes and Senate Procedures Committee.

Resolution passes amid ongoing academic freedom issue

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • November 18, 2019
Parkland Community College is located at 2400 West Bradley Ave. The college announced a potential hybrid plan Tuesday for its fall semester that would have students attend classes partially online and partially on-campus.

Parkland College begins workforce equity training

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • October 25, 2019
Illinois Student Government members (left to right) Jimmy Song, Conner Josellis and Mariama Mwilambwe sit together for an interview.

Menstrual hygiene dispenser products become free on campus

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • October 17, 2019
Students sit in the Lincoln Hall Theater during a STAT 107: Data Science Discovery lecture taught by Karle Flanagan and Wade Fagen-Ulmschneider. According to the Report on the Entering Class of 2019, the Class of 2023 is the “most diverse” class in history.

Class of 2023 demonstrates historical diversity

By Kimberly Belser and Julie Kang • September 26, 2019
UI addresses Suicide Awareness Month

UI addresses Suicide Awareness Month

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • September 19, 2019
The University YMCA and Illini Media Company is located at 1001 S. Wright St. IMC was hit with a cyberattack Tuesday morning.

City of Champaign and University YMCA co-host Welcoming Week

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • September 10, 2019
Sadeen AlHalabi, freshman in FAA, uses her phone on the Main Quad. Derek Hoiem, associate professor in Engineering, urges students to be wary about consenting to facial recognition technology in various apps because it can be used to track individuals.

Facial recognition apps pose security issue

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • September 5, 2019
A look inside Gregory Hall where the College of Media and the Department of History is located.

Graduate students want transparency in leadership search

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • August 29, 2019
An I-Guide helps a student moving into a dorm in the Ikenberry Commons move their things from a car to a cart on Aug. 22, 2013. I-Guides are there to help you move your possessions into your room to make the process as smooth as possible.

Expect these things on your first move-in day

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • August 23, 2019
Feel at home on your university campus

Feel at home on your university campus

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • August 20, 2019
The University admissions staff has taken notice of wealthy families from five counties around Illinois having their children gain financial independence upon entering college to obtain greater need-based awards to attend the University at a lower cost. ProPublica Illinois reported many of these schemes may be taking place around the country.

Admissions firewall aims to provide transparency

By Julie Kang, Assistant News Editor • April 25, 2019
Adelaide Aime speaks about her work in sexual assault prevention in her office in Lincoln Square Mall on Tuesday. During her 35 years of work in prevention, she has seen a 60 percent decrease in sexual assault nationwide.

Survivors experience longer wait for support

By Julie Kang, Staff writer • March 14, 2019
The original post was reposted by Putu Tangkas Adi Hiranmayena, who identifies as a teaching assistant at the University on his Facebook page.

Professor faces sexism accusation

By Julie Kang, Staff writer • March 4, 2019

Joining the force: Reporter rides along with Urbana officer

By Julie Kang, Staff writer • February 18, 2019
New pedestrian signs with flashing lights are installed on Lincoln Avenue to ensure traffic safety in areas with high levels of pedestrian activity.

Lincoln welcomes pedestrian signs

By Julie Kang, Staff writer • January 28, 2019
Students wait in line at the pharmacy window at McKinley Health Center on Lincoln Ave.

Waiver deadline allows for insurance opt out

By Julie Kang, Staff writer • January 24, 2019

University adopts to human subject research changes

By Julie Kang, Staff writer • January 17, 2019

Chancellor’s commission will not name new mascot

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • December 17, 2018
Source: At Illinois We Care

College of Law increases transparency

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • December 10, 2018
Students studying and meeting up for group projects at the Gies College of Business atruim before thanksgiving break. (Nov. 14)

Business minor opens to all students

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • November 26, 2018

Organizations help spread holiday joy

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • November 15, 2018
A Brand Ambassador sticker is placed on the counter near the register at Kung Fu Tea, located at 707 S 6th St. in Champaign.

Student ambassadors lower costs for brands

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • November 8, 2018
Student cyclists lock and unlock their bicycles outside the English Building. Bike thefts have decreased since last year since the UIPD introduced anti-theft bikes on campus.

GPS tracking deters thieves

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • November 1, 2018
Danny Yoo, in game leader for the Illini Esports Orange Counter Strike: Global Offensive team, plays a match of the game on his computer.

Illini Esports prepares for Chicago competition

By Julie Kang, Contributing Writer • October 29, 2018
Pink Week is dedicated to breast cancer awareness. Colleges Against Cancer is hosting fundraising events during the week as part of its plans for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Student events to increase breast cancer awareness

By Julie Kang, Contributing Writer • October 15, 2018
Students line up on the Main Quad to get their flu shots at McKinley Health Center’s flu shot clinic on Monday.

Flu shots administered at vaccine clinics across campus

By Julie Kang, Contributing Writer • October 4, 2018
Advice from early graduates

Advice from early graduates

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • April 30, 2018
A bittersweet farewell

A bittersweet farewell

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • April 30, 2018
University engineers create product to combat distracted driving in autonomous vehicles

University engineers create product to combat distracted driving in autonomous vehicles

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • April 26, 2018
Thank you, Mom, for everything that you do

Thank you, Mom, for everything that you do

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • April 12, 2018
Moms Weekend: out-of-state student style

Moms Weekend: out-of-state student style

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • April 12, 2018
A look inside the engineering fraternities on campus

A look inside the engineering fraternities on campus

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • March 9, 2018
Graduate employees strike across the University campus.

Students face dilemma on crossing picket lines

By Julie Kang, Contributing Writer • March 4, 2018
Unofficial: 22 years too long

Unofficial: 22 years too long

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • March 1, 2018
Seize the (rainy) day

Seize the (rainy) day

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • February 19, 2018
How to find the best internships

How to find the best internships

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • January 28, 2018
Students use the elliptical machines at CRCE. CRCE is just one of many workout options on campus.

New semester, new you

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • December 4, 2017
ASCE T&DI emphasizes the importance of creating better roads

ASCE T&DI emphasizes the importance of creating better roads

By Julie Kang, Staff Writer • November 30, 2017
The entrance to the University of Illinois is on the corner of South Wright Street and University Avenue. This is often a popular place for students to take pictures when their families come to visit.

Places to go for the perfect photos on Dads Weekend

By Julie Kang, Contributing Writer • November 9, 2017
Cheerleaders perform during the Big Ten Tailgate before the game against Minnesota at Memorial Stadium on Saturday October 29.

10 essentials for the Homecoming tailgate

By Julie Kang, Contributing Writer • October 23, 2017
Five simple ways to be the best roommate

Five simple ways to be the best roommate

By Julie Kang, Contributing Writer • October 9, 2017
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